California Art at the Weisman

The hard reflective surfaces of the work of Vasa Mihich best expresses the qualities of the art movement that began in Los Angeles in the 1960's, virtually putting California artists on the international art map.

From his "Triangle..." series, Vasa created this laminated plexiglass sculpture in 1977.

This construction, created in 1983 by John Okulick, is painted wood.

In 1985 Charles Arnoldi created "Impound," with acrylic and branches on plywood.

This exhibition is part of the Southern-California-wide display of contemporary art called "Pacific Standard Time." Showing until December, 2011, it tells the story of the birth of the art scene which rivaled New York in its accomplishments.

The banner mounted at the entrance of the Weisman Gallery at Pepperdine University in Malibu, pictures Billy Al Bengston's acrylic on canvas, created in 1977 and called "Klenator Draculas."

Malibu Tiles

Rhoda-May Adamson Dallas, namesake for Adohr Farms and Malibu ranch heir, has died. She boasted an ideal childhood at California's seaside. Born in 1917, she spent much of her early life in an oceanfront Spanish-style house, boating in the Malibu lagoon and hiking the trails in the Santa Monica mountains.

Further enriching her experience there was being exposed to the creation of the vibrant tiles of the Malibu Potteries, a commercial venture her grandmother founded in 1926. The potteries existed only until 1932, making the exquisite tiles even more rare.

"The Greater Journey - Americans in Paris"

After having read this, and three other books by David McCullough, I am convinced if I read all of his books I would know all I want to know. This is the enthralling story of the remarkable Americans who traveled to Paris between 1830 and 1900. They were the architects, artists, writers, politicians, and doctors who wanted to be more excellent. Their story is an inspiration that lets one know what it takes to soar.

Memorial Trip for Lisa's Birthday

Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous United States. Lisa and Dick climbed that mountain.

I took this photo from a moving car, looking West to the High Sierra Mountains to the Mammoth area.


The glacier above Twin Lakes near Bridgeport, CA on US Hwy. #395 in California .
Lisa loved this place and hiked here many times, since she was a girl.

Robinson Creek near the headwaters.

The most beautiful spot we know.